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Most Britons are finding savvy ways to cut their motoring costs in the recession, like making sure their tyres are properly inflated, according to an eco car insurance provider.
Instead of cutting corners and reducing their insurance coverage, motorists are driving expenses down in other ways, research by ibuyeco has found.
Keeping tyres pumped up to the recommended pressure was something a third of drivers (35%) told researchers they did to make their cars more fuel efficient.
The research also found that nearly half of motorists (46 per cent) had chosen to use ‘smoother' driving methods, such as accelerating and breaking more gently, in order to save money over the last 12 months.
Additionally, 34 per cent chose to turn off the air-conditioning when driving.
Lucy Bailey, Senior Marketing Manager at Ibuyeco, said: “Savings from even small adjustments in the way you drive can soon add up but it is not just good for the pocket. Many of these habits, such as car sharing and switching off the engine in traffic jams, are also good for the environment."
She added that while motorists were not reducing their main cover it was the extra insurance benefits that they were more likely to cut, according to the research. A third (32 per cent) said they'd avoided adding extras to the insurance such as Motor Legal Protection or breakdown cover.
Ms Bailey continued: "While the nation is trying to save on expense in these tough times sometimes cutting back on extras such as breakdown cover can be a false economy. A few pounds saved on the extras could cost much as £277 for a truck to tow you and your car home." |
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Periodic maintenance on your car will save you tremendous hassle in the long run. Your vehicle should last longer and command a higher resale price, too! If you get your car serviced according to the dealer's schedule, when you trade it in you may get far more than you expected thanks to those well-maintained mechanics. It isn't bedtime reading, but the owner's manual can be your best friend - assuming you read it. At least take a look-through periodically. How about while you're waiting to get your oil changed? - Follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedules. This could save you a major breakdown.
- Have the air conditioning system looked over by a qualified technician. A check up here can save you a huge bill later.
- The greatest cause of summer breakdowns is overheating. Prevent this problem by making sure the cooling system is flushed and refilled as recommended.
- Have your car's belts, clamps, and hoses checked by a technician. This only takes a few minutes and is usually inexpensive.
- Change your oil and oil filter every 6,000 miles or twice a year.
- Replace air and fuel filters as recommended.
- Get plenty of windshield washer solvent - we have a tendency to use a lot of this in the winter, so your fluids may be low.
- Tires should be rotated every 5000 miles or so.
- If you notice that your brakes are less efficient, get them checked out right away.
- Have your battery checked periodically to see how much life it has left!
- Inspect all lights and bulbs to make sure they're working.
- Check the spare tire to make sure it's inflated properly. Also, make sure you have a jack along with it!
- Transmission troubles equal money troubles equal emotional troubles! Have your transmission serviced periodically, and prevent big-time repair bills.
- Carry a first aid kit, flares, jumper cables, a flashlight, and a cell phone.
Taking care of your car takes only a few minutes each month, and pays you big dividends for the life of your vehicle. But just in case the unexpected does happen and your car breaks down, consider taking out breakdown cover which is relatively small sum compared to the cost of an emergency tow-truck.There you go - a simple list to keep your car in great running shape, Happy Motoring!
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